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Southern
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| Chennai
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Mahabalipuram
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Pondicherry
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Tanjore
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Madurai
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Kanyakumari
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Thekkady
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Kumarkom
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Alleppey >>
Cochin
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01: Arrive Chennai
by International Flight |
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You
will arrive at Chennai's Airport. Representative will
meet you and will be assisted till hotel (Check in at
Hotels after 12 pm)
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02: Mahabalipuram
to Kanchipuram to Mahabalipuram Guided Tour |
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| Kanchipuram
is the only city in South India to have played such a
dominant, decisive and continuous role in the history
of the peninsula. A 65-kilometre stretch of sun-scorched
road connects Mahabalipuram to the fabled city of a thousand
temples, Kanchipuram. There are 650 stone inscriptions
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Kanchipuram belonging
to different dynasties. You will visit to different temples.
After visit move to Mahabalipuram and transfer to the hotel.
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03: Mahabalipuram
Guided Tour |
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Today
morning after breakfast Checkout from the Hotel &
Sightseeing of Mahabalipuram.
Mahabalipuram
with its picturesque location on a rocky outcrop
between the beach and a lagoon is a happy combination
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and lobster! Despite the many visitors, drawn by the former
Pallava dynasty town, the place is friendly, relaxed, and the
villagers are remarkably unperturbed by their crowds of visitors.
Mahabalipuram is renowned for its series of charming rathas
and the spectacular carved relief depicting Arjuna’s
Penance. The magnificent Shore Temple,
built by king Rajasimha in the seventh century, is a unique
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Shiva
and Vishnu while the Varaha Cave is a
rock-cut mandapam with two incarnations of Vishnu—Varaha
and Vamana—besides scenes of kings and queens. The
Krishna Mandapam has a bas-relief of
Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan hill in his fingertips.
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Mahabalipuram include
the Mahishasuramardini Cave, Kotikal Mandapam, Ramanuja Mandapam,
and the Dharmaraja Cave.
After Sightseeing Transfer to Pondicherry
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04: Pondicherry
Guided Tour |
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than anything else, the Sri Aurobindo Ashram,
where Sri Aurobindo and the Mother lived for the most
parts of their lives, attracts tourists to this little
city. The Pondicherry Museum is home
to some of the most exquisite collections on architecture
and sculpture. Pondicherry also has a pleasant |
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beach alongside promenade
and historical monuments. Some of the other interesting sites
include the Bharti and Bharthidasan Memorial museums
and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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05: Pondicherry
to Chidambaram / Tanjore Guided Tour |
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Today
Pondicherry to Tanjore Guided Tour
A visitor’s
paradise, Chidambaram has something for everyone. The
major attraction out here is the Nataraja
Temple. For those interested in academics, a
trip to renowned Annamalai University
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one of the largest
industrial complexes in the country. For the history buffs,
there is an ancient fort at Gengi, which is a major attraction.
The famous Car Street offers a good shopping
experience.
Brihadeeawara temple
Tanjore has a number of important
places that attract the attention of many tourists all through
the year. You can see the influence of history, religion and
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attraction
here. Tanjore is primarily a place for the art lovers,
especially for those who love temple architecture and
wonder about kings who erected these magnificent monuments.
During their reign, the Cholas made significant contribution
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Thanjavur style of
painting was developed by Serfoji, the 19th-century Maharaja
of Thanjavur. This distinguished art of Thanjavur is a combination
of raised and painted surfaces. Krishna is the deity depicted
here keeping his complexion as white, rather than the traditional
blue. The Brihadeeswara temple, the wonderful Palace,
Art Gallery and the Saraswati Mahal Library are some
of the other things to see in Tanjore.
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06: Tanjore
to Madurai Guided Tour |
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with its burgeoning industrial set up, the legends, myths
and the thousands of pilgrims swarming the city have given
Madurai a unique character and ambience. The architectural
marvels of the temples and the exquisite sculptures fascinate
all those who have a look at them. You can also participate
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the many festivals
and regale in the rich tradition of the locals. Some of the
major attractions in the city are the Meenakshi
Temple, Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, the Grandhi Museum, Koodal Azhagar
Temple, Vandiyur Mariamman Teppakulam and Pazhamudhirsolai.
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07: Madurai to
Cape Comorin (Kanyakumari) |
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| Kanyakumari
is located at a distance of about 87 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram;
Kanyakumari is the southernmost part of the Indian mainland.
The place is the meeting point of the Indian Ocean, the
Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea. Kanyakumari has great
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The place is dedicated
to the Goddess Devi Kanya, believed to be an incarnation of
Parvati, Lord Shiva’s wife. Pilgrims come here to visit
the temple and bathe in the waters here, as they are considered
sacred.
One of the major tourist attractions at Kanyakumari is the Vivekananda
Memorial. The memorial is built about 400 meters offshore. It
was here that Swami Vivekananda meditated in 1892 before embarking
on a journey to usher in the religious reforms throughout the
country. The mandapam built here in his memory reflects the
architectural styles from all over the country.
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08: Cape Comorin
(Kanyakumari) To Thekkady |
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| Thekkady
has a lot to offer you in sightseeing. The name Thekkady,
for those who have already visited this place, brings
to mind images of elephants, unending chains of hills
and spice-scented plantations. Moreover, the flora
and fauna of the Periyar wildlife sanctuary
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wildlife sanctuary
here is the natural habitat of a wide variety of animal species.
The Periyar Lake is a paradise for the nature
lovers. It gives you an opportunity to observe the wild animals
roaming in the jungle. The lake is also a birdwatcher’s
delight. The greatest attraction of Periyar Lake, however, is
the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake.
Moreover, the Sanctuary Watch Tower situated
in the forest interior gives you a panoramic view of the park.
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09: Thekkady
to Kumarakom |
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| Located
at a distance of 128 kilometers from Thekkady, Kumarakom
is a must visit place of Kerala. The main attraction includes
the Kumarakom bird sanctuary set in 14 acres of woods.
The sanctuary has a large variety of migratory birds and
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backwaters. Sailing
in the boathouses out here is a once in a lifetime experience.
Poled by local oarsmen, the houseboats are generally furnished
with a living room, a bedroom, a private sit-out for the passengers
and some of the water related hobby options. Kumarakom is also
famous for its old churches and the exceptionally popular ayurveda
treatment.
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10: Kumarkom
to Alleppey |
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The
tranquil backwaters of Kerala is a superb experience.
Sensational in its own silent way, Alleppey enables you
to experience the back water country.
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11: Alleppey
to Cochin Guided Tour |
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a major harbor from the times of the British and Portuguese,
Cochin has a rich heritage of forts, churches and temples.
A visit to these ancient marvels gives you an overview
of the political, religious and commercial developments
of the city. Some of the major attractions of the city
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Palace, Jewish
Synagogue, Fort Kochi, St. Francis Church, Santa Cruz Basilica,
Dutch Cemetery, the Chinese Nets, Willington Island, and Hill
Palace Museum.
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| Day
12: Cochin to
Mumbai Flight |
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Arrive
Mumbai and transfer to the hotel. Full day free for personal
activities.
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13: Mumbai Guided
Tour |
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| Once
you are in Mumbai, the list of sites to visit is endless.
First of all the twinkling lights from the skyscrapers
itself will keep your eyes wide open with excitement and
wonder. And to add up to your excitement you have a number
of sites to visit that could be teamed up as historical
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| wonders, archaeological
sites, religious sites and natural wonders. The Gateway
of India is the main attraction of Mumbai city. Built
to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary for
the Delhi Durbar in the year 1911, this massive historical monument
makes a must visit during your Mumbai sightseeing. Moreover,
there are sites like the Mani Bhawan or the Grandhi
memorial, Prince of Wales Museum, Marine Drive and Juhu
that give you the feeling of being in the commercial capital
of India. The gardens like the Hanging Garden and |
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the Kamla Nehru Garden will provide you the much
needed rest between your sightseeing trips and the Chowpatty
gives you the view of one of the most happening beaches
of Mumbai.
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| Transfer to Airport
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